Matching a modified vee Nordic Boats 42 Inferno 2012 against a catamaran Nordic Boats 43 Enforcer 2012 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Nordic Boats 42 Inferno 2012 at 42,0 ft versus Nordic Boats 43 Enforcer 2012 at 43,0 ft. At 111 lbs and 106 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Nordic Boats 43 Enforcer 2012 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Nordic Boats 42 Inferno 2012 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Nordic Boats 43 Enforcer 2012 could be the deciding factor.
Bottom line: Choose the Nordic Boats 43 Enforcer 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 43,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Nordic Boats 42 Inferno 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.